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Guide to the Morris Mestel Collection on Saint Apollonia
MC 177
Descriptive Summary
| Title: |
Morris Mestel Collection on Saint Apollonia |
| Dates: |
1841-1951 |
| Abstract:
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The Mestel St. Apollonia collection is comprised of the files of Doctor Morris Mestel
on Saint Apollonia, the patron saint of dentistry. The files contain numerous reproductions
of artworks, as well as memorabilia and other materials depicting the saint and the
profession of dentistry in general. The reproductions were at one point displayed
in several locations, including the New York University Dental College, and some photo
documentation of one exhibition exists in the files. Mestel also published a book
on Saint Apollonia.
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| Quantity: |
2.0 linear feet (7 boxes) |
| Call Phrase: |
MC 177 |
